Air Lift Suspension Kit for 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 with 2 Inch Lift

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Can I still fit an Air Lift air bag kit on my 2021 Silverado 1500 if I have a 2 inch lift? I'm looking to install one of these to get some extra help for when I'm towing or haling with my truck.

asked by: Jeffrey

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Great question! Air Lift does have some spacer kits like part # AL52420 for a 2" lift that could potentially work for your 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500. The reason I say "potentially work" is because not every lift is a true lift so even though your truck has a 2" lift, it might not need a 2" spacer. Thankfully Air Lift has given us some guidance on how to determine when and if a spacer is needed which we will go over in a moment, but first we need to decide what Air Lift kit we are using so we know the height of the kit.

I recommend going with the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Springs # AL88288 because the air springs have internal jounce bumper for added safety and the hardware is stainless steel so you know it is going to last against all of the dirt and grime that will collect under your vehicle over time. I also recommend adding a compressor kit like the WirelessAIR Compressor System # AL74000EZ because it allows you to monitor and adjust your air bags on the fly instead of having to make stops to do either.

Now that we know what Air Lift kit we are using we can determine if we actually need a lift kit or not. Start off by parking your truck on a level, flat surface. You'll need to measure the distance between the upper and lower mounting surfaces for the Air Lift kit and then subtract 5.5" from that number. If the distance between the mounting points is greater than 5.5" then you'll need a spacer kit to match the difference between the mounting point distance and that 5.5" air bag kit height.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

Hey Terry, thanks for reaching out! There are a few different options for your 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 ZR2 but the correct kit just depends on how you're using the truck. The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 kit is the only air bag kit designed to fit…

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Answer 2

The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers item #AL88288 you referenced would be a great suspension system for your 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. These have a 5,000-lb weight capacity. The air bags reduce…

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Answer 3

Hello David, thanks for getting in touch. The 2019 GMC 1500 AT4 has a 2" lift, and the #AL88388 kit you mentioned has taller brackets to fit the 2" lift. I looked up the X31 model and it does say it has offroad suspension, but it didn't…

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Answer 4

Hello Martin, thanks for reaching out. An air bag kit will be the best suspension enhancement option for your 2024 GMC 1500 Denali. Air bags are great because they allow you to fine-tune your suspension based on what kind of load you are hauling. You…

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Congrats on the new truck! I checked with Air Lift and Firestone, the best set of air bags for your 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 diesel is going to be the Air Lift item #AL88288. These have been confirmed by Air Lift to be compatible with both the gas and…

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Hey Levi, for your 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 LT I recommend going with the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System #T28MR. These springs require no maintenance, has an easy install with no air lines necessary, and is great for consistent loads, like…

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Answer 7

Since your 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 is an AT4 model the correct Air Lift Loadlifter is the part #AL88388 and not what you mentioned as it does not fit that model.

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